Chevrolet 3100 1947–1949 car dimensions: 4994 mm long, 1891 mm wide and 1920 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,905 kg.
The cabin is wider and longer than prior models with a bench seat for three adults that adjusts for better vision. It has a redesigned instrument panel with two gauges, a glovebox, ashtray, dome lamp, and twin vacuum windshield wipers. An in-dash radio is optional. The Deluxe Cab adds rear corner windows, bright trim, driver armrest, and passenger sun visor. Heater and defroster are optional. No electronic driver aids are fitted.
The pickup bed measures 78 inches long by 50 inches wide by 16.25 inches deep with a wood floor and steel skid strips. The sides and tailgate are stronger than earlier designs for better load handling.
This half-ton 3100 series truck uses leaf springs front and rear with shock absorbers. Double-acting rear springs are optional. The 216 cubic inch six makes 90 horsepower and strong low-end torque. A three-speed manual is standard with a four-speed optional that includes a low gear for heavy pulls.
The ladder frame is heavier than before. It suits farm and light work hauling with the open bed designed for durable cargo use.
The cab is wider and taller than earlier models, with a bench seat that holds three adults. The seat slides on runners to adjust leg room and height together. Fresh air comes in through a cowl-top vent, a driver-side vent, and passenger-side louvers. Glass area is larger for better outward view, with optional rear corner windows. A rubber floor mat, ashtray, glove box, and dome lamp are standard. Heater and radio are optional.
Thriftmaster 216.5-cubic-inch inline-six engine, 90 hp
Fuel tank capacity 18 gallons on cab models
Crankcase oil change every 2000 to 3000 miles under normal conditions
Four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes standard
Vacuum-powered windshield wipers standard
The Thriftmaster six runs on gasoline and pairs with a three-speed manual transmission, four-speed optional. The fuel tank sits under the bed on early models of this generation.
Service starts with a first oil drain at 500 miles, then regular crankcase changes every 2000 to 3000 miles in normal use. More frequent changes apply in dust, short trips, or heavy loads. Chassis points, wheel bearings, and other items follow the lubrication chart in the shop manual.
Hydraulic drum brakes at all four wheels provide the stopping power. Twin vacuum wipers clear the fixed two-piece windshield. Larger glass and optional corner windows improve visibility. No formal crash-test ratings appear in period records.
Keeping the truck means following the lubrication schedule, watching oil level, and maintaining the simple mechanical systems. Parts and procedures stay straightforward for the era.
Length 4994 mm, Width 1891 mm, Height 1920 mm, Wheelbase 2946 mm (3100 1947–1949)
Sources: manufacturer data and published specifications.